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Alexandra Calestini , LCSW

Therapist in New York

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About Alexandra

Alexandra Calestini is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) practicing in New York with 12 years of experience supporting people who face stress, anxiety, depression, trauma, and grief, as well as those working to strengthen self-love, self-esteem, and confidence. She works from a stance of respect, empathy, and compassion, and she emphasizes authenticity, nonjudgmental care, and cultural competence in every therapeutic relationship. Alexandra values attentive listening and believes that meaningful growth often follows when people feel heard and supported. She aims to empower clients as they take the courageous steps toward a more fulfilling life, offering steady guidance through both immediate concerns and longer-term change. Her approach is collaborative and grounded in clinical training as an LCSW, focusing on practical strategies and emotional insight to help people build resilience, improve relationships, and increase confidence. Alexandra cultivates a welcoming environment where diverse experiences are acknowledged and different emotions can be explored openly, helping clients navigate challenges with empathy and clear direction.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care

Alexandra integrates client-centered therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), and dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) into her online work to address a range of concerns. Client-centered therapy focuses on creating a respectful, empathetic space in which clients guide the topics and pace of change, helping with issues like low self-esteem and relationship difficulties. CBT offers practical tools to identify and change unhelpful thought patterns and behaviors, which can be especially useful for managing anxiety, depression, and stress. DBT teaches skills for emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and improving interpersonal effectiveness, and it can support people coping with intense emotions, trauma responses, or patterns of impulsivity.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and Alexandra works collaboratively with each person to determine which strategies fit their needs, goals, and preferences. This collaborative exploration helps tailor sessions so that the work feels both relevant and achievable.

Online therapy with Alexandra uses flexible formats including video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to accommodate different schedules and comfort levels. These options make it easier to maintain continuity of care, fit sessions into busy lives, and access support from familiar surroundings while working with licensed professionals and therapists who specialize in the client’s concerns.

Frequently asked questions

How much experience does Alexandra Calestini have?

Alexandra Calestini has 12 years of clinical experience.

Is Alexandra Calestini a licensed therapist?

Yes. She is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW). License details: NY LCSW 087776.

In which languages does Alexandra Calestini provide therapy?

She provides therapy in English.

Where is Alexandra Calestini located?

She is located in New York.

How can I work with Alexandra Calestini as my therapist?

You can work with Alexandra Calestini through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Alexandra Calestini work with international clients?

No. Alexandra Calestini does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Alexandra Calestini cost?

The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyTrauma and abuseGriefSelf esteemDepression

Additional focus areas

AbandonmentAttachment issuesBody imageCaregiver issues and stressCo-morbidityCodependencyCommunication problemsControl issuesDependent personalityDissociationDivorce and separationDomestic violenceFamily problemsForgivenessGender dysphoriaGuilt and shameHoardingImpulsivityIsolation / lonelinessMood disordersObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksParanoiaPersonality disordersPhobiasPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsPost-traumatic stressSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSexual assault and abuseSocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic approaches

Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)Mindfulness TherapyMotivational InterviewingNarrative TherapyPsychodynamic TherapySolution-Focused TherapyTrauma-Focused Therapy

Experience

12+ years

Licensed

New York

Languages

English

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